Physical Dimensions of Aging, 2nd Edition
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| Rating | : | 4.34 (821 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0736033157 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 374 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-06-08 |
| Language | : | English |
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Physical Dimensions of Aging, Second Edition, will equip professionals to do so.. Physical Dimensions of Aging, Second Edition, will keep students and professionals up to date on the outcomes of the latest research studies and their implications for the elderly in the real world. This approach will enable professionals and students to do the following:-Understand the physical aging process and its effects on other dimensions of life.-Apply the latest research in working with adults and the elderly.-Become more effective in their professions.The structure of this new edition is more conducive to learning and features the following:-Chapter objectives-Key terms-Sidebars of capsule research studies-Testimonials, vignettes, and other tidbits that tie the research information to the real world-Review questions to assist students in synthesizing and remembering the information-Short lists of recommended reading for those who want to pursue the topic in more detail-A glossary at the end of the bookThis second edition is organized into five parts. Part III overviews the factors related to motor coordination, motor control, and skill learning for older adults. Part V highlights physical performance and achievement especially to show
"Not really what I was looking for" according to LaughingOctopus. Too academic-y for me.. Midwest Book Review said A textbook resource and reference especially for students and professionals. Now in an updated second edition, Physical Dimensions Of Aging by the team of Waneen W. Spirduso, Karen L. Francis, and Priscilla G. MacRae is a textbook resource and reference especially for students and professionals in need of the latest research concerning the physical process of aging and the practical ramifications for anyone working with the elderly, particularly in the field of health care. Chapters discuss changes physical structure, capacity, and endurance; motor coordination and motor control; psychosocial relationships; what distinguishes "physically elite" older adults; and much more. "It was a waste of money" according to Aleta J. Covey. I had to purchase this text for a college course and the professor didn't end up using it. It was a waste of money, but I am sure the information in the text is relevant to the topic.
She is the recipient of many honors and awards, including recognition as the Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Scholar in 1986 and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Scholar (AAHPERD) in 1987. She was chair of the UT (Austin) department of kinesiology and health education for 14 years and served as interim dean of the College of Education for 2-1/2 years. Her current research focuses on how older adults acquire new motor skills, including changes in older adults' ability to control force in a visuomotor tasks that involve precision and speed. She completed postdoctoral training at the University of Southern California. Since 1975 her academic interests, research, and presentations have focused on issues central to gerontology and kinesiology, and her research programs have been sponsored by
She received her MS from the University of Arizona and her PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. Her current research focuses on how older adults acquire new motor skills, including changes in older adults' ability to control force in a visuomotor tasks that involve precision and speed. Spirduso, EdD, is the Oscar and Anne Mauzy Regents Profess